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Winter Haven Chain-of-Lakes Executive Home on 1.86 Acres with Lake Eloise Frontage! Welcome to this elegant two-story home nestled on nearly 2 acres in a serene, park-like setting on Lake Eloise. From the moment you step into the grand foyer"”with its sweeping curved oak staircase, wainscoting, and a stunning Palladian window"”you'll appreciate the timeless craftsmanship throughout. The spacious living room centers around a large fireplace with a custom-designed Georgian mantel and matching built-in bookcases. In the formal dining room, you'll find exquisite built-in cabinets, while the private library features rich, custom cherry wood bookcases. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with a Jenn-Air double ovens, built-in breadbox, appliance garage, and cutting boards"”all seamlessly integrated. The kitchen and breakfast area with an expansive 15x31 feet of space, ideal for both cooking and entertaining. Additional features include insulated Anderson casement windows, a dramatic two-story Greek Revival front portico, and wide 4-foot hallways throughout. Thoughtful details such as keystone window headers, dentil molding under the eaves, and decorative quoins on the brick front elevation add architectural charm. Enjoy your heated Infinity saltwater Pool with stunning views of the shaded backyard and Lake Eloise. Practical touches abound, including an underground dog fence, irrigation system, deep well with water conditioning, dual hot water heaters (including one with a heat recovery unit), and a dual-zone A/C system. The interior also boasts a well-equipped laundry room with cabinets, a built-in ironing board, and a laundry chute. Storage is plentiful, with easily accessible closets and attic spaces. Architectural features continue indoors with transom windows above the archways in the dining and living rooms, and a beautiful sunburst elliptical window with sidelights welcoming guests at the front door.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 250 | LAST UPDATED | 12/1/2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACT | GAINES COVE | YEAR BUILT | 1989 |
| COMMUNITY | 33884 - Winter Haven / Cypress Gardens | GARAGE SPACES | 4.0 |
| COUNTY | Polk | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Pinewood Elem |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | Denison Middle |
| High School | Lake Region High |
| PRICE HISTORY | |
| Prior to May 6, '25 | $2,850,000 |
|---|---|
| May 6, '25 - Jun 11, '25 | $2,599,999 |
| Jun 11, '25 - Jul 16, '25 | $2,399,999 |
| Jul 16, '25 - Sep 16, '25 | $1,999,990 |
| Sep 16, '25 - Oct 20, '25 | $1,999,790 |
| Oct 20, '25 - Dec 1, '25 | $1,959,999 |
| Dec 1, '25 - Today | $1,859,999 |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Central Air, Zoned |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator |
| AREA | 33884 - Winter Haven / Cypress Gardens |
| CONSTRUCTION | Block, Brick |
| EXTERIOR | Dock, Lighting, Storage |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Central, Zoned |
| HOA DUES | 400 |
| INTERIOR | Built-in Features, Crown Molding |
| LOT | 1.86 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Corner Lot, Waterfront |
| PARKING | Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway |
| POOL | Yes |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Infinity, Pool Sweep, Salt Water, Solar Heat, Private |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| STORIES | 3+ |
| STYLE | Colonial |
| SUBDIVISION | GAINES COVE |
| TAXES | 14001 |
| UTILITIES | Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Lake, Water |
| WATER | Public |
| WATER ACCESS | LAKE ELOISE |
| WATERFRONT | Yes |
| WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION | Lake Privileges, Lake Front |
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